Even as we celebrate the beauty and balm of connections within the circle, the emergence of authentic community by its nature invites the questions, “Who is left out and why? How do we re-dedicate our work to opening even wider circles?”
Soul Sparks and the Dignity of Identity - Statement of Support Progress Update
For the past six months, each member of the leadership team, both board and staff, have engaged in individual study and personal reflection on the themes of racial justice, historical oppression and our own individual biases. Each board meeting has included a relevant reading and a group discussion of progress toward fulfilling our goals. In addition, thanks to a generous matching grant from an anonymous dedicated support family, and the continued matching support of our donor community, the Board of Directors has engaged several professional development training opportunities in the coming months….